Colorado Matters

An unusually warm October is making way for a big cooldown, but for how long? Denver7 chief meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo joins Ryan Warner for their monthly chat about Colorado weather and climate. Then, a 78-year-old former priest from Uganda is released from ICE custody after more than a year, but his fight to stay in the U.S. is not over. Also, the debate over a a proposed solar farm near Mesa Verde National Park. Plus, Measure 7A and what it means for the future of passenger rail along the Front Range. And the Local 303 celebrates the old, new, and the reimagined on the Colorado music scene!

From rolling through nature with the wind blowing through your hair, to senior companionship, and even miniature horses, today we're all about connection and staving off loneliness as we get older in an Aging Matters Special. Experience Cycling Without Age Littleton, the Senior Companion Program, Rhythmic Equine, and Colorado Animal Rescue's "Seniors for Seniors."

Bad management gets called out on social media when leadership expert George Stern, of Snowmass, reads exchanges between bad managers and -- often dumbfounded -- employees. Stern's videos earn him millions of views. Then, children who appear to have had past lives in our monthly series, "Searching for Jobie," inspired by the death of CPR's Andrea Dukakis' daughter. Researchers delve into thousands of cases that seem to defy explanation. 

It's estimated nearly 7 in 10 children in Colorado participate in youth sports. And in writing about the $40 billion a year industry and its pressures on kids and families, journalist Kyle Newman had to deal with some uncomfortable feelings about coaching his ten-year-old son. He spoke with CPR's Anthony Cotton about his series for the Denver Post, "Pay to Play." Then, the Aspen Acres fire this summer is the sixth fire to burn in the same area in 20 years; we visit the region to understand why. 

When he was 19, Taveuan Williams held up a Radio Shack, shot at police, and took a hostage for hours. Williams got 30 years for the crime. Today, why his prosecutor, Denver's Senior Chief Deputy District Attorney Steven Abraham, came to advocate for him to be released from prison early. Plus, CPR's Ben Markus investigates the spending of the Victor Marx gubernatorial campaign. 

We continue our conversations with the major party candidates for Colorado attorney general, who's tasked with handling a wide range of issues from consumer protection to public safety to water rights. Today, it’s Democrat Jena Griswold, who is currently secretary of state. Yesterday we heard from Republican Michael Allen, who is DA in the state’s largest judicial district. You can read and listen to both interviews now by clicking on their names. Then, they're playing the sport they love, well into their 80s: hockey! 

Today and tomorrow we're speaking with the major party candidates for Colorado attorney general, tasked with handling a wide range of issues from consumer protection to public safety to water rights. Today, it's Republican Michael Allen. He's currently the DA in the state's largest judicial district. Tomorrow, it's Democrat Jena Griswold, the current secretary of state. You can read and listen to both interviews now by clicking on their names. Then, as Hispanic Heritage Month draws to a close, we reflect on Chicano history in Colorado. 

We're speaking with the highest-profile candidates for U.S. Senate this week. Today, Democratic incumbent John Hickenlooper, who was elected to the position in 2020, following terms as Colorado governor and Denver mayor. We ask about healthcare, ICE, and standing up to President Trump, as well as his approach to political change, efforts to address affordability, and what his goals are if voters send him back to Washington. We heard from Republican Mark Baisley yesterday, and Forward Party candidate Bob Chew on Monday. You can read and listen to all of the interviews by clicking on their names. Then, voters in Pueblo weigh a tax measure to help fund the zoo. Plus, a field day that's tailor made for its participants.

Editor's Note: A previous audio version of this story incorrectly stated how much the measure would save the city of Pueblo. The correct figure is around $1 million. 

We're speaking with the highest-profile candidates for U.S. Senate this week. Today, Republican candidate Mark Baisley. Baisley has served in the Colorado legislature since 2019 and previously worked in the aerospace and technology industries. We discuss a variety of issues including the economy and tariffs, the moving of Space Command, and whether he identifies as MAGA. Monday we heard from Forward Party candidate, Bob Chew. Wednesday on Colorado Matters at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., hear from the incumbent, Democrat John Hickenlooper. You can also listen to all three interviews now by clicking on their names. Plus, a long-time book store sells in Colorado Springs, along with a commitment to community. 

We speak with the highest-profile candidates for U.S. Senate this week, starting with the Forward Party candidate, Bob Chew. He's spent more than $1 million of his own money on his campaign. We discuss a variety of issues including the one that got him into the race: the national debt. Tuesday on Colorado Matters at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., hear from Republican Mark Baisley and on Wednesday, the incumbent, Democrat John Hickenlooper. You can also listen to all three interviews now by clicking on their names. Plus, we "Raise the Curtain" on theater columnist John Moore's new play based on his mother, "The Crime Reporter," which has a reading on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Denver Press Club.